Transaxle Fluid Temperature (TFT) Sensor Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

A hot transaxle and ATF can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until they are cool before replacing the ATF.

Remove the oil pan. (See CONTROL VALVE BODY REMOVAL .)
Remove the control valve body. (See On-Vehicle Removal .)
Remove the coupler component.

Fig 1: Removing Coupler Component
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install a coupler component.
Install the control valve body. (See On-Vehicle Installation .)
Install the oil pan. (See CONTROL VALVE BODY INSTALLATION .)
Perform the mechanical system test. (See MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST .)